Now Brontë Film and TV will be producing the drama centring around The Cuckoo’s Calling and sequel The Silkworm.

The books feature war veteran Cormoran Strike who turns private investigator after losing a leg in Afghanistan.

The Cuckoo’s Calling begins with Strike’s personal life in tatters as he struggles to make it as a private investigator. When an intriguing case of suicide lands on his lap it introduces him to the seductive world of supermodels, rock stars and fashion designers.

The second novel The Silkworm sees Strike on the trail of a missing author.

It is believed that Harry Potter author Rowling will collaborate on the creative process and Brontë’s Neil Blair said: ‘We’re delighted to be bringing these best-selling novels to the screen and to be working once again alongside the BBC.’

Danny Cohen, Director of BBC Television, added: ‘It’s a wonderful coup for BBC Television to be bringing JK Rowling’s latest books to the screen.

‘With the rich character of Cormoran Strike at their heart, these dramas will be event television across the world.’